How to Do Systems Analysis

<p><b>Presents the foundational systemic thinking needed to conceive systems that address complex socio-technical problems</b></p> <p>This book emphasizes the underlying systems analysis components and associated thought processes. The authors describe an approach that is appropriate for complex systems in diverse disciplines complemented by a case-based pedagogy for teaching systems analysis that includes numerous cases that can be used to teach both the art and methods of systems analysis. </p> <ul> <li>Covers the six major phases of systems analysis, as well as goal development, the index of performance, evaluating candidate solutions, managing systems teams, project management, and more</li> <li>Presents the core concepts of a general systems analysis methodology</li> <li>Introduces, motivates, and illustrates the case pedagogy as a means of teaching and practicing systems analysis concepts</li> <li>Provides numerous cases that challenge readers to practice systems thinking and the systems methodology</li> </ul> <p><i>How to Do Systems Analysis: Primer and Casebook</i> is a reference for professionals in all fields that need systems analysis, such as telecommunications, transportation, business consulting, financial services, and healthcare. This book also serves as a textbook for undergraduate and graduate students in systems analysis courses in business schools, engineering schools, policy programs, and any course that promotes systems thinking.</p>